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      community Then vs Now, fin saved my life

      in Progress Pictures   1 year ago
      A user's experience of using finasteride to treat hair loss, including details about shedding and side effects; their regimen; and the advice given by others about diet, sport, smoking, and topical treatments.

      community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

      in Progress Pictures  492 upvotes   2 years ago
      A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.

      community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

      in Research/Science  2443 upvotes   3 years ago
      The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.

      community One year results on Big 3 + Dermaroll (32y/o NW7)

      in Treatment  214 upvotes   5 years ago
      A user who experienced significant hair regrowth over the course of one year by following a regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, dermarolling, biotin vitamins, vitamin D3 and collagen peptides. The post includes before/after photos and details on the brands used.

      community 1 year hair transplant

      in Transplants  419 upvotes   4 years ago
      A user's experience with a hair transplant, as well as the use of finasteride to maintain results.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes   4 months ago
      A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community First 3 pics are at 6 months .5 mg fin daily, last 3 are 13 months

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes   7 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.

      community Started going bald at 21, I’m 32 Now and Decided to Try a Hair Piece.

      in Hair Systems  675 upvotes   3 years ago
      A user who has started to go bald and decided to try wearing a hair piece, discussing the experience of doing so and sharing tips for maintenance. The conversation includes discussion about confidence in relation to wearing a wig or hair piece, as well as advice on getting it cut and attached professionally.

      community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

      in Chat  62 upvotes   1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

      community 2years finasteride +3months minox+dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  1106 upvotes   2 years ago
      A user's progress with hair loss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hair transplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.

      community Male Pattern Baldness Routine

      in Ketoconazole  8 upvotes   3 years ago
      An 18-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness is using probiotics, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, soy isoflavones, biotin, fish oil, quercetin, a multivitamin, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies suggest these methods are ineffective and recommend finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma roller.

      community I tried salt water to stop the DHT itch

      in Treatment  60 upvotes   1 year ago
      Treating the itch associated with male pattern baldness, which is believed to be caused by DHT. Potential treatments discussed include salt water, finasteride, ketoconazole, and RU58841.

      community Been on Min and Fin for Years and I am Devastated.

      in Treatment  64 upvotes   2 years ago
      Guyman567 has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for years but continues to experience hair loss and thinning, which has affected his confidence. He has tried various treatments including topical finasteride, microneedling, and vitamins, and is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about ongoing hair loss.

      community Non-Responder to everything and currently at the lowest point in my life

      in Update  60 upvotes   2 years ago
      A user expressed frustration with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil with micro-needling, and RU58841, which all failed to stop hair thinning and miniaturization. Suggestions from others included accepting baldness, considering hair systems, and continuing prescribed antidepressants for depression.

      community Should I tell my boyfriend he is losing hair?

      in Chat  204 upvotes   2 weeks ago
      A user wonders if she should tell her boyfriend about his hair loss. Responses suggest telling him gently and discussing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community i hate how much i’m stressing about hair loss

      in Chat  78 upvotes   1 year ago
      Someone who is starting to experience hair loss and is considering multiple treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, to manage it. Replies provide advice on how to approach these treatments safely and effectively.

      community The Ultimate Stack without finasteride

      in Treatment  17 upvotes   2 weeks ago
      A user successfully maintained hair using fluridil, alfatrodial, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo after experiencing side effects from finasteride. They question why this combination isn't more popular despite its effectiveness.

      community Hey brothers, this post is about my clinical depression with mpd

      in Update  9 upvotes   9 months ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss and depression is planning to start finasteride treatment and is asking for others' experiences. Another user responds positively, stating that finasteride has helped alleviate their depression caused by hair loss.

      community 3 months progress!! Fin + Min + Derma roller + Nizoral Shampoo.

      in Progress Pictures  561 upvotes   11 months ago
      The post discusses a user's successful hair regrowth after 3 months using 1 mg oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, weekly 1.5mm derma rolling, and Nizoral shampoo every other day, with no side effects. The conversation includes various responses, questions about the user's ethnicity and previous scalp condition, and suggestions for topical treatments.

      community What was your “f*ck I’m balding” story?

      in Chat  178 upvotes   1 year ago
      User noticed thinning hair at 18-19, started finasteride at 22 and minoxidil at 24, with positive results. Others shared hair loss experiences and treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants.

      community 1 Year on just Fin 1mg 3 times/week

      in Progress Pictures  838 upvotes   1 month ago
      A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride 1mg three times a week, starting at age 25, with noticeable regrowth after three months and no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and dutasteride, noting varying results and side effects.